1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 424 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
